How To Fix PE697 - Employee has the "day off," requirements assignment cannot be made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 697

• Message text: Employee has the "day off," requirements assignment cannot be made

What causes this issue?

The employee &V1& has a "day off" on this day. The working time must
first be adjusted to the requirements assignment.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you still want to assign the employee to a requirements record for
this day, choose the "Adjust working time to requirements" option.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE697 - Employee has the "day off," requirements assignment cannot be made ?

  The SAP error message PE697 indicates that an employee has a "day off," which prevents the assignment of requirements (such as work schedules, tasks, or shifts) for that particular day. This error typically arises in the context of time management or personnel administration within SAP, particularly when dealing with employee scheduling or attendance.
  Cause:
  
  Day Off Configuration: The employee is scheduled to have a day off, which is defined in their work schedule or time management settings.
  Absence Type: The employee may have an absence recorded (e.g., vacation, sick leave) that coincides with the date in question.
  Work Schedule Rules: The work schedule rules may not allow for assignments on days designated as off.
  Incorrect Date Selection: The date for which the assignment is being attempted may be incorrectly selected, leading to a conflict with the employee's scheduled time off.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee's Work Schedule: Review the employee's work schedule to confirm the days off. You can do this through the transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Review Absences: Check if there are any recorded absences for the employee on the date in question. This can be done using transaction code PA20 or by reviewing the employee's time management records.
  Adjust Assignment Date: If the assignment is not critical for the day off, consider rescheduling the assignment to a different date when the employee is available.
  Modify Work Schedule: If necessary, adjust the employee's work schedule to accommodate the assignment, but ensure that this complies with company policies and labor regulations.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the employee's scheduling or absence policies, consult with your HR department for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PT50 (Time Evaluation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to time management and scheduling that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to time management and employee scheduling for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PE697 error and successfully manage employee assignments in SAP.